indian paintings

Indian paintings have a very long tradition and history in Indian art. The earliest Indian paintings were the rock paintings of pre-historic times, the petroglyphs as found in places like Bhimbetka, some of them from before 5500 BC. Company paintings were made for British clients under the British raj, which from the 19th century also introduced art schools along Western lines, leading to modern Indian paintings, which is increasingly returning to its Indian routes. Rajput painting, Mysore... Read Full Post >